MEDI 8121 Cardiovascular and Respiratory

The Cardiovascular module provides an integrated approach to the basic and clinical science concepts related to the cardiovascular system. Students acquire a broad understanding of normal structure and function of the cardiovascular system, including the cardiac cycle, cardiovascular pressures and flows, vessels, valves, nutrients and oxygen delivery. A comprehensive, multidisciplinary overview of pathophysiology, epidemiology, biostatistics, the interpretation of diagnostic tests, and pharmacotherapeutic and other therapeutic principles related to the cardiovascular system is included. Learning activities include case-based instruction and team-based learning in combination with conferences and laboratories, online tutorials and interactive, personalized, adaptive instruction and self-study. Proposed assessments include discrete point formative and summative activities and exams, simulations, laboratory activities and reports, observation during interprofessional rounds and self-assessment.

Credits

12

Schedule Type

Preclerkship

Grading Basis

P/NP

Administrative Unit

Dept of Medical Education

Offered

As scheduled